Job Summary
The post holder will work as a key member of the communications team to deliver an effective communications service for EPUT, enhancing and promoting the Trust's reputation. This includes supporting a range of external and internal communications activities, and delivering specific pieces of work.
Main Duties of the Job
* Participate in a range of communications projects including campaigns, engagement strategies, consultations and events as required, adhering to schedules and budgets.
* Research and create written and visual content and communications products for electronic and print distribution.
* Organise distribution as required using a range of tools, platforms and channels including social media.
* Ensure media enquiries are logged, answered or referred on. Monitor media coverage and social media mentions, maintaining records as required.
* Maintain distribution lists and contact databases.
* Manage team mailboxes ensuring queries are responded to within agreed timeframes.
* Ensure consistency in use of the Trust's corporate image and style, in line with NHS branding guidelines.
* Develop and maintain knowledge of communication systems and platforms as needed.
* Develop positive relationships and work collaboratively with colleagues from teams across the Trust.
About Us
Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.
* Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
* Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
* If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
* We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.
Benefits
Benefits
* 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
* Excellent pension of up to14.5% of your pensionable pay.
* Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
* £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
* Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.
Work that Wraps Around Your Needs
* Flexible working: available from day one for most roles.
* Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.
Job Details
Date posted: 07 October 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 4
Salary: £27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 364-A-9425
Job locations: The Lodge, Lodge Approach, Runwell, Wickford, SS11 7XX
Job Responsibilities
In addition to the above duties you will also be expected to perform the below key activities in line with your job role;
* Complete mandatory training in line with Trust policy and procedures
* Keep yourself updated on all matters relating to Trust policy
* Provide management supervision where appropriate
Person Specification
Job Planning Essential
* Good knowledge of print, design and digital communications
* Good written and oral communications skills
Desirable
* Knowledge of health and social care services
Appraisal Skills Essential
* Ability to work flexibly and to tight deadlines
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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